September 30, 2022 marks National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.

The day honours the lost children and Survivors of residential schools, their families and communities. Public commemoration of the tragic and painful history and ongoing impacts of residential schools is a vital component of the reconciliation process.

The creation of this federal statutory holiday was through legislative amendments made by Parliament. On June 3, 2021, Bill C-5, An Act to amend the Bills of Exchange Act, the Interpretation Act and the Canada Labour Code (National Day for Truth and Reconciliation) received Royal Assent.

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READ IN Week is October 3-7, 2022

Although literacy and learning events occur throughout the year, READ IN Week is a special time for our city to celebrate reading. READ IN emphasizes sharing your love of reading with others, introducing friends and family to your favourite books, and treating reading as a community event rather than a solitary pursuit. Read-aloud and storytime are the bread and butter of READ IN week, whether in a school, a library, a community agency, or at home. 

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READ IN Week is October 3-7, 2022

Although literacy and learning events occur throughout the year, READ IN Week is a special time for our city to celebrate reading. READ IN emphasizes sharing your love of reading with others, introducing friends and family to your favourite books, and treating reading as a community event rather than a solitary pursuit. Read-aloud and storytime are the bread and butter of READ IN week, whether in a school, a library, a community agency, or at home. 

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